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OLUGBENGA OPATOLA

Bachelor of Science Economics, Master of Business Administration (MBA) Finance, (AAT, ACA)

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Lagos, Nigeria
Studied Finance and Accounting at Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo
Studied Accounting at Institute of Chartered Account of Nigeria
Studied Economics at University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo.
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Joined January 6, 2022

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Olugbenga is an astute, diligent, value-driven and award winning C-level finance professional with over twenty-five years' progressive experience from global multi-billion-dollar companies and a proven track records of success leading all phases of divers financial operations/services. His financial acumen spans key areas including general administration, payables, revenue reporting, receivables, general ledger administration, tax management, audit, treasury operations and management, social investment analysis, process risk management, internal control, compliance, audit & investigation, assets management and reporting, inventory management, financial operation, International Trade Finance, Corporate Banking, Investment Banking and project management. Currently, holds the position of Fractional CFO in Pediatric Partners Limited, a company of Health care, and MD and CEO of Accari Consulting Services; a firm of finance and management Consulting. I have also held various senior roles in Professional Accounting firm such as Bradley Professional Services, Taiye Adewole & Co. Chartered Accountants, Tunde Olorunnisola & Co. Chartered Accountants, Formally Credit Controller with Mikano International Limited and with Payroll Accountant with Specomill Limited and Management Accountant with Reliance Textile Limited. I am a seasoned Finance/IFRS/IPSAS expert and respected analyst on Corporate Finance, Corporate Governance an Financial Reporting matters, Trade Finance Specialist and guest speaker on the continent of Africa with over 26 years practical experience spanning virtually all sector of business endeavour and the academics. I am known as effective cross-functional team leader with creative problem solving skills, and decisiveness, fostering productive partnerships with stakeholders and clients to achieve corporate goals, streamlining operations and controlling costs to deliver substantial revenue growth in highly competitive business markets. He is interested in exciting opportunities where a combination of entrepreneurial driven and ownership mindset is encouraged; leveraging skills to contribute own quota to overall organisation growth. Experienced Finance and Management Consultant in change management, business process management, Performance management, Human Resources Management, Internal control and Compliance, Risk management, Due diligence, Tax Advisory, Business planning and Research. Skills: Administration, corporate management, financial reporting, financial Accounting, financial analysis, investment analysis, business analysis, financial budgeting and planning, risk management, Corporate Tax, Personals Income Tax, IFRS, US GAAP, Corporate Finance, Credit control, Accounts reconciliation, debt recovery, project management, Treasury management, Compliance management, Communications, IT savvy, Negotiating skills, conflict resolution, Business law, insurance law and principles, banking law and principle, analytical skills, critical thinking, details oriented, time management, audit and investigation, due diligence, business valuation Strenghts: Dedicated, Flexible, Resourceful, Problem-solving skills, Ability to work under pressure, Time management, Team Player, Fast Learner, Attentive and detail oriented, collaborative, Creative, patient. Weaknesses: Self criticism, Multitasking, Blunt, Too detailed oriented, Hard working, Hard skills
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Experience
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Accari Consulting Services
Jan 2016 – Jan 2022
Lagos, Nigeria
Principal Consultant
Providing leadership and direction for the entire team. Driving the activities of the organisation as per set goals and vision Business development and client relationship management Financial reporting in IFRS compliance Financial Analysis Corporate taxes Auditing and investigation Internal control Book-keeping and Accounting Financial management Management consulting
Education
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Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo
Jan 1999 – Oct 2001
MBA, Finance and Accounting
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Institute of Chartered Account of Nigeria
Sep 1993 – Nov 1999
ACA, Accounting
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University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo.
Jan 1993 – Nov 1996
BSc, Economics